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I'm looking to spend $4k to $5k on a used Triumph Thruxton (or Ducati Sport 1000, but I do realize I probably won't find a Duc for that price)... Anyone here have one or know of one for sale? I've found a few online, but selection is verrry limited, and honestly I'd rather buy one owned by/inspected by a board member! :yes: Shipping will most likely be a necessity.
Excelent taste you have there. :yes:
However, even as a multi-Triumph owner I have to say the Duck is a whole lot more bike.
Of course, you can get a Thruxton up over 100 hp with a little help from these guys: http://www.triumphperformanceusa.com...ort=20a&page=1
I understand the 1087 is a real animal!
Take a look over at Triumphrat.net - they have a very active twins forum.
Duck sounds WAY better also.....
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Originally Posted by oledawg
No argument there. One day I figure I'll have to buy a Duck if for no other reason than the sound.
Even off the gas!Quote:
Originally Posted by oledawg
Ken
I saw a Duc on the new Tron movie. It looked and sounded great.
I don't know that much about them, so I had to enlist the help of Chachi.
I liked what I saw. I found some Sports for about $7K.
is the only way to go,I love my Multistrada :yes: full Arrow system :party: there is no other sound :cool: removing the baffles is a must :lookaroun:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXuGL-NtPW8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vO-Vb...eature=related
Hey cutwater here are a Ducati forums I'm on,some good deals at times.Quote:
Originally Posted by cutwater
Good luck.
http://www.ducati.ms/forums/index.php
OK, that fist vid is labeled as 'sbk Arrow system', but I swear that's a Leo Vince from the logos on the mufflers.
And just to keep this from being a complete Duc love fest....My Triumphs don't usually need 3 hits of the starter to get running, and the license plate doesn't flap in the breeze.
I'm just sayin'....:wink:
then you don't have enough compression.. :kingme:Quote:
Originally Posted by zelatore
That thing did sound pretty mean. Had to be more going on there than just pipes.Quote:
Originally Posted by BUIZILLA
A bit overkill for a Multistrada I'd think, but it would sound great on a Monster or superbike.
I miss my Monster.
Ken
Ah screw it - blow your rainy day fund and get a Norton.
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/Ne...umph-thruxton/
Actually, I like the standard look better than the all black on this bike.
Sounds pretty good too.
Not exactly the same style bike you are looking for but probable a better bike overall. :wink:
http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/s...ighlight=falco
Yes, Ducati's are nice. Thats why I own one of those too. But honestly the Aprilia with its Rotax motor has way more torque down low and is way more fun to ride. The race pipes on this one sound super sweet as well.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO9-0_o5aFk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2Eat...eature=related
I miss my M2 cyclone........:frown:Quote:
Originally Posted by CHACHI
Don sorry, no more loaner in NH
Ken, Looking for an tube..... 01 or 02 X1 or M2
Mike O,
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Ken
Defective Battery charger.Quote:
Originally Posted by CHACHI
Atlanta Rhythm Section
Tomorrow (if bike week) I might go as far as.......... suicide:yes:
But, I'm not going to let bother me.... tonight:kingme:
sorry for the hi-jack
Thanks! I've started looking around some of these forums, but the plain fact of the matter is that there aren't that many Sport 1000 or Thruxtons for sale... I guess it's a very specific market. I'm just going to try to be patient. This is my first bike! It will mainly be used for evening and weekend rides along the river here in Knoxville.Quote:
Originally Posted by zelatore
George - I saw that movie in IMAX... was waaaayyy better than I thought it would be! Can you believe it actually had a plot?? :bonk:Quote:
Originally Posted by gcarter
Thanks badbird, I started browsing there last night. Hopefully I can find something soon.Quote:
Originally Posted by badbird
Wow :eek: That's scary... I hope it didn't damage your garage or house...Quote:
Originally Posted by mike o
Mike, what brand?
Ken
Older Sears 2-6 amp. Saved the non attached garage. Guy in Amherst NH lost 4 bikes and his attached garage this week........ battery chargerQuote:
Originally Posted by CHACHI
You are correct on the pipes being Leo,I could find a 1100 with the arrow system.Mine fires right up :)Quote:
Originally Posted by zelatore
Don't get me wrong I love all bikes,the new Norton is sweet :cool: I used to have 1970 Commando from there i went to Ducati ,a monster 900 and then the Multi.Its great all round bike!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HM-07VxQEM8
Or how about the street fighter :shocking: had a demo for a day,lots of power!Quote:
Originally Posted by zelatore
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DHBfcxZs_Y
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jASUy2BPbUA&NR=1
The Streetfighter is a pretty bad machine, no doubt. I'd love to play with one for a day or a week, but I doubt I'd buy it. I think it might actually be a bit to much of a sportbike for my day to day riding.
Back to the original post, if you can't find a Thruxton in the price range you're looking for, you could consider a regular Bonneville then just cafe' it as you want. Solo seat, gold valves for the front, pipes, lower bars or clip-ons, cams and/or big-bore kit.
The standard Bonnie is a nice enough bike - nothing wrong with it. But it's not a thriller in any way. They are pretty easy to find in your price range though, and then you could mod to taste as funds permit.
That is the one I want, color and all... too bad it's in such bad shape! Any estimates on how much it would take to get it back in good order?Quote:
Originally Posted by badbird
D#mn Mike - that's a tough break! How much did you lose in the fire?
Battery charger huh? Wouldn't have expected that. I wonder what brand mine is...:boggled: Luckily, the only one I leave running on a regular basis is the battery tender. Haven't heard of one of those burning down a garage. Yet.
Glad you saved the garage Mike,I keep mine on a battery tender :crossfing: So do you have another bike in mind?Quote:
Originally Posted by mike o
I hope your covered and can go shopping.
Mike, tough break but thank God the garage didn't go up.
I will keep a lookout for another Buell for ya.
Ken
Saved the garage....:crossfing: Rolled the bike out side, Just before the plastic gas tank melted. Looking for an X1, exactly like this one. Want to go for a ride.... EAST...:kingme:http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2000-...item35af3a311cQuote:
Originally Posted by zelatore
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Mike, you drove to Detroit to pick up your 18, central California isn't
THAT much further.
Ken
http://s17443.50belowcommerce.com/sh...d=1&Model=2007 Ducati GT1000
those GT1000's are great bikes, and that's a great price on a great bike
check out the weight > 407# ???
fwiw, I've stayed away from Ducks because of the maintenance...more specifically the valve adjustment.
ah, but they've lengthened the service intervals quite a bit in recent years. I think valve adjustments are something like 12K now. And on a bike like this where you don't have to strip all the body work it would actually be reasonable to have it done, or do it yourself.Quote:
Originally Posted by Craig S
Here are a few more.Quote:
Originally Posted by cutwater
http://www.cycletrader.com/find/list...000-S-97088999
http://www.cycletrader.com/find/list...no-Se-97785258
http://www.ducati.ms/forums/128-bikes/101062-feeler-2007-sportclassic-1000-bip.html
http://www.ducati.ms/forums/128-bikes/103448-fs-2007-gt1000.html
I heard they lengthened them from 6k to 75oo, with no change in materials.Quote:
Originally Posted by zelatore
I've never adjusted them, but understand its difficult because they are set at zero.
but what do I know...I ride a 'Guzzi. And don't maintain it!